Price Skimming Involves ________

question 402

Multiple Choice

Price skimming involves ________.

• A) setting an initial low price to establish a new product in the market
• B) setting a limited number of prices for certain categories or products
• C) taking advantage of the fact that consumers don't always respond rationally to prices
• D) setting an initial high price to cover new product costs and generate a profit

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